James Hillard Bolch Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Hillard Bolch (Hickory, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 6, 2026 at the age of 91. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Hillard Bolch to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cyril C. Bolch and Eva Caroline Self Bolch; his wife Sara Pearson Bolch; his grandparents, Emma Sigmon Bolch and Joseph Hillard Bolch; and his siblings, Cyril Bolch Jr., Norman Bolch, Jacqueline Davis, Wayne Bolch and Stephen Bolch.
He is survived by: his daughter Tara Piercy (Ryan); his grandsons, Ethan and Caleb Piercy; and his sisters, Nancy Rogers (Larry) and Sylvia Shull (Dennis). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Catawba County, PO Box 63, Hickory, NC 28603. Keep James "Jim"'s legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
